Head Coach, Men's and Women's Tennis

Midway University; Midway (KY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Midway University is seeking a full-time Head Coach for Men's and Women's Tennis. The role involves recruiting, organizing practices, and managing the tennis program. A Bachelor's degree is required, with coaching experience preferred. The position offers a chance to lead student-athletes in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s preferred.
• Demonstrated coaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Recruiting to meet roster goals and promote competitive success.
• Organizing and leading daily practices and competitions.
• Managing budgeting, fundraising, and marketing of the program.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Judgment

Relationship Building

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Job description

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Midway University, located 14 miles outside Lexington, KY, is seeking a full-time head coach to lead our tennis programs. This is a 12-month position reporting directly to the Athletic Director.

Key Responsibilities Include

1. Recruitting, in collaboration with the Admissions team, to meet roster goals, promote competitive success, and ensure academic performance, adhering to admissions procedures and scholarship requirements.
2. Organizing, scheduling, and leading daily practices, game strategies, competitions, and off-season training.
3. Coordinating travel arrangements for away contests.
4. Supporting student-athletes' academic progress and enforcing discipline and sportsmanship.
5. Hiring, supervising, and evaluating assistant coaches and volunteers.
6. Managing budgeting, fundraising, marketing, and promotion of the program.
7. Performing additional duties as assigned by the Athletic Director.

Qualifications and Requirements

1. Bachelor’s degree required; master’s preferred.
2. Demonstrated coaching experience, with collegiate head or assistant coaching experience preferred.
3. Knowledge of NAIA rules and a strong commitment to compliance.
4. Availability to work evenings, weekends, and travel for away games.

Skills and Competencies

1. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
2. Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
3. Sound judgment and prompt response to emergency situations.
4. Commitment to the academic and personal development of student-athletes.
5. Ability to build effective relationships across campus.
6. Experience in recruiting student-athletes and managing coaching staff.

Review of applications begins immediately; the position remains open until filled.

Midway University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Director
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industry: Higher Education